archytele The Vault

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant 1972

“Sex is the ultimate weapon.”

Status
Released
Runtime
124 minutes
Director
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Networks
Tango Film, Filmverlag der Autoren
★ TMDB users: 7.4/10 DramaRomance Released
Find a cinema
Community & Your Rating
★ 7.4/10
Advertisement
Quick answer

What is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is a 1972 drama and romance film directed by Rainer. The story follows Petra von Kant, a successful, arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied fashion designer who mistreats her secretary, maid, and co-designer Marlene before falling in love with a 23-year-old beauty named Karin who wants to be a model and moves in with her.

Type
Film
Year
1972
Status
Released
Runtime
124 minutes
Release date
Oct 5, 1972
Studios
Tango Film, Filmverlag der Autoren
Genres
Drama, Romance
Updated
Series guide

At a glance

Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.4/10
Episode runtime
~124 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Tango Film, Filmverlag der Autoren

Trailer

Overview

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is a 1972 drama and romance film directed by Rainer. The story follows Petra von Kant, a successful, arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied fashion designer who mistreats her secretary, maid, and co-designer Marlene before falling in love with a 23-year-old beauty named Karin who wants to be a model and moves in with her.

Regarded by many as Fassbinder's magnum opus and a classic of New German Cinema, the film has a runtime of two hours and four minutes. It explores complex personal relationships and power dynamics within the fashion design world.

Advertisement

Should you watch it?

“A successful fashion designer falls in love with a young model who moves into her home.”

Reasons to watch
  • It is regarded by many as Fassbinder's magnum opus.
  • It is recognized as a classic of New German Cinema.
  • It features a compelling exploration of relationships involving a successful fashion designer.
Keep in mind
  • The provided sources do not contain information on why someone might skip it.

Watch it if you want to experience a classic of New German Cinema directed by Rainer.

The film runs for two hours and four minutes and is classified under drama and romance.

Ask the Vault

Ask anything about The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant — answers are spoiler-safe.

Your verdict

Is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant worth watching?

Cast

Verified insights

Frequently asked questions

Where to stream The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?

Streaming availability details can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database.

Is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant worth watching?

It is regarded by many as Fassbinder's magnum opus and a classic of New German Cinema.

What is the runtime or binge duration?

The film has a runtime of two hours and four minutes.

What are the essential episodes or viewing details?

It is a feature film released in 1972 rather than a multi-episode television series.

Advertisement

Explore The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

If you like The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

See all similar titles →

What viewers say

No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant.